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Ahoi Ashtami Vrat 2026

Kartik Krishna Ashtami · Goddess Ahoi Mata

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Ahoi Ashtami falls on Kartik Krishna Ashtami — 8 days before Diwali. Mothers fast from sunrise to the appearance of stars in the evening (or moonrise) and pray to Ahoi Mata for the long life and wellbeing of their sons. In 2025 it falls on 24 Oct; in 2026 on 13 Oct.

Ahoi Ashtami Vrat Dates in 2026

  • •Ahoi Ashtami 2026: 13 October (Tuesday).

How to Observe Ahoi Ashtami Vrat in 2026

  1. 1Fast from sunrise to star-sighting (Tara Darshan) at dusk
  2. 2Draw an image of Ahoi Mata (and the Syahu with her cubs) on the wall, or use a printed image
  3. 3Offer rice, puri, halwa, and sweets to Ahoi Mata
  4. 4After star-sighting, show the stars through a sieve (like Karva Chauth) and make an offering
  5. 5Break the fast after offering water to the stars
  6. 6Listen to the Ahoi Ashtami Katha with other mothers

Benefits

  • ✓ Long life for children
  • ✓ Protection from illness and accidents
  • ✓ Maternal peace of mind
  • ✓ Parvati's blessing for the whole family

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